Manufacturing Operations Managers lead the people, processes, and systems that keep production facilities running safely, efficiently, and profitably. Explore vetted opportunities on Ladders, including roles paying $100,000 or more, and find positions that match your leadership experience and career goals.
These leaders oversee daily manufacturing operations, coordinate production schedules, manage teams, and track performance against safety, quality, cost, and delivery targets. Depending on the organization, responsibilities may include managing budgets, maintaining equipment and capacity, supporting supply-chain planning, and ensuring compliance with operational standards.
Employers commonly look for experience leading manufacturing teams and improving operational performance. Relevant strengths can include lean manufacturing, continuous improvement, production planning, quality management, safety leadership, workforce development, and data-driven problem-solving. Familiarity with ERP or manufacturing execution systems can also be valuable. Requirements vary by employer, facility, and industry.
Manufacturing Operations Managers work across industries such as industrial products, automotive, aerospace, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and consumer goods. Depending on the company, the role may lead to broader plant leadership, regional operations, or senior manufacturing positions. Explore current listings to compare responsibilities, industries, and compensation.
Ladders focuses on vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more. Browse Manufacturing Operations Manager openings to discover opportunities where you can apply your operations expertise, guide high-performing teams, and help organizations deliver better manufacturing results.
$105K - $118K *
Manage maintenance operations for an Automated Baggage Handling System, leading a team to ensure efficiency and safety while driving continuous improvement and aligning with customer expectations and...
1 week ago
$80K - $95K *
Engage in leading daily operations for residential fiber installations, ensuring safety, efficiency, and quality. Drive team performance, manage KPIs, and enhance customer satisfaction while fostering...
2 weeks ago
$110K - $120K *
Champion an efficient plant operation through effective leadership, oversight of production, quality management, compliance, and personnel development, ensuring safety and adherence to core values for...
Reposted 2 days ago
Manager Production Operations 2
$146K - $219K *
Lead cross-functional teams to manage cost, schedule, and technical performance of manufacturing programs. Drive initiatives, monitor milestones, and ensure adherence to plans while interfacing with s...
Today
$108K - $158K *
Inspire operational excellence by leading production teams, optimizing processes, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to achieve key performance targets in a dynamic manufacturing environme...
2 weeks ago
Operations Manager (Fabrication) (Madison, Alabama (AL), US, 35756)
$95K - $115K *
Unlock potential by leading dynamic fabrication operations in a fast-paced manufacturing facility. Drive safety, quality, and efficiency while developing teams and improving processes for maximum perf...
Reposted 3 days ago
$88K - $105K *
Lead the charge in optimizing manufacturing operations, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency while achieving production goals. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improveme...
5 days ago
$85K - $100K *
Empower a dynamic team by hiring and developing project coordinators and managers. Drive project success through monitoring, optimizing performance, and enhancing methodologies while ensuring exceptio...
Reposted 1 week ago
Production Engineering Supervisor
$85K - $100K *
Transform engineering operations by leading a skilled team, ensuring project accuracy and compliance while fostering collaboration across departments to achieve timely deliverables and high-quality st...
2 weeks ago
$108K - $144K *
Champion maintenance planning by overseeing work order processes, coordinating outages, and ensuring compliance with policies. Collaborate with teams to optimize planning, reduce inventory, and enhanc...
3 weeks ago
$65K - $121K *
Shape the future of manufacturing by optimizing production planning and material flow. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery and maintain system integrity, driving efficien...
6 days ago
Manufacturing Supervisor - Aerospace
$80K - $95K *
Join a dynamic team to lead manufacturing operations in precision propulsion assembly. Oversee technicians, coordinate production, and drive continuous improvement while ensuring safety and quality in...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead site operations by ensuring safety, managing budgets, and driving continuous improvement initiatives while fostering a collaborative team environment to achieve business objectives and enhance pr...
1 week ago
Director of Program Management, Manufacturing
$135K - $160K *
Drive program delivery for uncrewed aircraft systems, overseeing cost, schedule, and technical performance across cross-functional teams. Lead strategic initiatives and build a robust program manageme...
Yesterday
$96K - $160K *
Unlock operational excellence by leading maintenance and production coordination. Drive safety, prioritize work, and enhance reliability to ensure seamless asset performance and achieve departmental o...
Reposted 5 days ago
Project Manager, Operations Transformation
$95K - $115K *
Champion operational excellence through leading cross-functional projects that enhance productivity and efficiency across multiple manufacturing sites while ensuring alignment with plant leadership fo...
Reposted today
Manager General Manufacturing 1
$100K - $150K *
Unlock your potential by leading a dynamic team in manufacturing operations, ensuring excellence in Ground Support Equipment maintenance and fostering employee development while driving process improv...
5 days ago
Manager General Manufacturing 1
$81K - $122K *
Join a dynamic team to oversee manufacturing processes, ensuring timely production and quality standards. Lead a team of technicians, optimize operations, and drive continuous improvement in a fast-pa...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Shop Operations Leader (SOL) – Bundle Assembly Off-shifts
$81K - $136K *
Join our team to oversee manufacturing operations, ensuring safety, quality, and efficiency. Lead and develop front-line employees while driving continuous improvement in a regulated environment. Your...
4 days ago
Executive Operations Coordinator, Office of the COO
$180K - $220K *
Join a team that's dedicated to maximizing the COO's impact through effective scheduling, communication, and logistics management, enabling strategic focus and operational excellence across the organi...
Yesterday
Executive Operations Coordinator, Office of the COO
$180K - $220K *
Join a team that's redefining operational excellence by empowering the COO. You'll streamline communications, manage scheduling, and enhance productivity, enabling strategic focus and impactful decisi...
Yesterday
Senior Manager, Manufacturing Quality, WWEI Supply Chain
$174K - $236K *
Empower your career by leading quality initiatives in our Supply Chain team. Drive supplier selection, optimize processes, and mentor engineers to enhance product quality across North America and Euro...
1 week ago
Director of Manufacturing Engineering
$125K - $150K *
Shape the future of manufacturing engineering by leading a dynamic team to enhance product transitions, implement digital technologies, and drive operational excellence within a global factory network...
1 week ago
Supply Chain Operations - Life Sciences Manufacturing Quality - Manager
$154K - $256K *
Lead transformative quality initiatives in Life Sciences Manufacturing, enhancing compliance and product quality through technology integration. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize qua...
4 days ago
$86K - $97K *
Lead and optimize daily operations in Quality Assurance, ensuring compliance and continuous improvement across all shifts. Collaborate with teams to resolve quality issues, manage metrics, and drive d...
1 week ago
What does a Manufacturing Operations Manager do?
A Manufacturing Operations Manager oversees production activities, teams, and processes to help a facility meet its safety, quality, cost, and delivery goals. Responsibilities vary by company and may include production planning, continuous improvement, budgeting, and compliance.
What qualifications are commonly required for Manufacturing Operations Manager jobs?
Employers often seek manufacturing leadership experience, a record of improving operational results, and knowledge of production, safety, and quality practices. Some roles may require a relevant degree, industry-specific experience, or familiarity with lean methods and manufacturing systems.
How much do Manufacturing Operations Managers earn?
Compensation varies by industry, location, company size, and experience. Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more; review individual job listings for specific salary information.
Which industries hire Manufacturing Operations Managers?
Hiring industries can include automotive, aerospace, industrial products, food and beverage, pharmaceuticals, and consumer goods, among others.
What career paths can follow a Manufacturing Operations Manager role?
Depending on experience and the organization, professionals may advance into plant management, multi-site or regional operations leadership, or senior manufacturing and operations roles.